I’m a fifty year old woman linterested in Botox or a surgical procedure with quick recovery for nasal flair. It’s only an issue when smiling. I’ve read about the use of Botox for this issue but through the years of research, I’ve yet to find any before and after photos or doctors who utilize Botox for this purpose. Is Botox not really used for this? I live in Tampa, Florida.
July 21, 2025
Answer: Nasal flaring Botox can be used to reduce nostril flare or prevent the tip of the nose from drooping when smiling, by relaxing muscles like the dilator naris and depressor septi nasi but results are subtle, temporary (about 3–6 months), and won’t reshape your nose structurally
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July 21, 2025
Answer: Nasal flaring Botox can be used to reduce nostril flare or prevent the tip of the nose from drooping when smiling, by relaxing muscles like the dilator naris and depressor septi nasi but results are subtle, temporary (about 3–6 months), and won’t reshape your nose structurally
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July 17, 2025
Answer: Botox Hello! My name is Jessica, I am a physician assistant, and one of the providers at Aesthetic Skin - Winnetka & Chicago. This is a great question. You're right to notice that Botox for nasal flare—particularly dynamic nostril widening when smiling—is not commonly showcased or widely advertised, and there’s a good reason for that. While Botox can be used to reduce nasal flare, it’s an off-label, highly specialized application that few injectors perform regularly. The technique involves injecting very small amounts of botulinum toxin into the nasalis muscle or levator labii alaeque nasi, which are responsible for nostril dilation and upper lip elevation during expressive movement. The reason you haven’t seen many before-and-after photos is because results are typically subtle, the treatment is not commonly requested, and most patients seek more noticeable rejuvenation procedures rather than this very targeted correction. If nasal flare is your only concern and you’re looking for a quick recovery option, Botox could be a viable, low-risk trial, especially since it wears off within 3–4 months. I hope this helps and best of luck!
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July 17, 2025
Answer: Botox Hello! My name is Jessica, I am a physician assistant, and one of the providers at Aesthetic Skin - Winnetka & Chicago. This is a great question. You're right to notice that Botox for nasal flare—particularly dynamic nostril widening when smiling—is not commonly showcased or widely advertised, and there’s a good reason for that. While Botox can be used to reduce nasal flare, it’s an off-label, highly specialized application that few injectors perform regularly. The technique involves injecting very small amounts of botulinum toxin into the nasalis muscle or levator labii alaeque nasi, which are responsible for nostril dilation and upper lip elevation during expressive movement. The reason you haven’t seen many before-and-after photos is because results are typically subtle, the treatment is not commonly requested, and most patients seek more noticeable rejuvenation procedures rather than this very targeted correction. If nasal flare is your only concern and you’re looking for a quick recovery option, Botox could be a viable, low-risk trial, especially since it wears off within 3–4 months. I hope this helps and best of luck!
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